Lingua
Lingua
Lingua (/ˈlɪŋɡwə/; from Latin lingua meaning "tongue") is a term used in medicine to refer to the tongue. It is a vital organ involved in speech, taste, mastication, and deglutition.
Etymology
The term lingua is derived from the Latin word lingua, which means "tongue". This term has been used in the medical field to refer to the tongue due to its Latin roots.
Anatomy
The tongue is a muscular organ in the mouth. It is covered in papillae and is kept moist by the saliva produced by the salivary glands. The tongue is divided into two parts: the anterior two-thirds, known as the oral part, and the posterior one-third, known as the pharyngeal part.
Function
The lingua plays a crucial role in several important functions. It is essential for speech as it helps in the articulation of sounds and words. It also plays a significant role in taste, as it is home to many taste buds. The lingua is also involved in mastication (chewing) and deglutition (swallowing).
Related Terms
- Glossitis: Inflammation of the tongue.
- Lingual nerve: A branch of the mandibular nerve that supplies the tongue.
- Lingual tonsils: Lymphatic tissue located at the base of the tongue.
- Lingual artery: The main artery supplying the tongue.
- Lingual frenulum: A fold of mucous membrane that anchors the tongue to the floor of the mouth.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Lingua
- Wikipedia's article - Lingua
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